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SSC GD 2025 PYQ — Question 26

SSC GD Const 2025 (English) - 18 Feb 2025 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q26

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As per SRS Bulletin 2020, what was the death rate in India?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 6.

  • The death rate in India in 2020 was 6 per 1,000 population, according to the Sample Registration System (SRS) Bulletin.
  • The death rate refers to the number of deaths per 1,000 individuals in a given year.
  • The SRS serves as the main source for reliable annual estimates of birth rate, death rate, fertility, and mortality indicators in India.
  • India’s death rate has been declining steadily due to better healthcare, improved sanitation, and greater awareness of preventive health measures.
  • The SRS Bulletin data is essential for policy formulation and tracking the progress of various health programs in the country.